What is the cheapest way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Kentish Town and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentish Town to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hawley Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Kentish Town and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Kentish Town to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kentish Town and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

The distance between Kentish Town and Folkestone is 72 miles. The road distance is 72.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kentish Town to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentish Town to Folkestone bus from?

Kentish Town to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Hawley Road station.

Where do I catch the Kentish Town to Folkestone train from?

Kentish Town to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs £17 - £70 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Kentish Town to Folkestone bus arrive?

Kentish Town to Folkestone bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Kentish Town to Folkestone train arrive?

Kentish Town to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

Can I drive from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentish Town to Folkestone is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Kentish Town to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Kentish Town to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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There are 3 ways to get from Kentish Town to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
1h 40m
£36–71
Line 1 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hawley Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 1
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
4h 22m
£18–67
Drive 72 mi
1. Drive from Kentish Town to Folkestonecar 72 mi
1h 37m
£18–26

Kentish Town to Folkestone by train

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.1 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Kentish Town, England and Folkestone, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hawley Road to Bouverie Road West via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 4h 22m.

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